2004 Lancia Phedra vs. 2004 Samsung SM3
To start off, both 2004 Lancia Phedra and 2004 Samsung SM3 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Phedra (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2004 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 613 kg more than 2004 Samsung SM3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lancia Phedra (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Samsung SM3. 2004 Samsung SM3 has automatic transmission and 2004 Lancia Phedra has manual transmission. 2004 Lancia Phedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Samsung SM3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Phedra | 2004 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Lancia | Samsung |
| Model | Phedra | SM3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1773 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
